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Many Still Missing After Tragic Boat Capsize on Way to Goronyo Market in Sokoto
A quiet Sunday journey turned into a heartbreaking disaster in Sokoto State on August 17, 2025, when a boat carrying more than fifty passengers capsized on its way to the busy Goronyo Market.
According to officials, only about ten people have been rescued, while over forty others remain missing. Families and local communities are still waiting anxiously as emergency workers and volunteers comb through the waters in search of survivors.
Rescue efforts are being led by the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), working with Sokoto State officials and local divers. They say the search has been tough because of the heavy rains and strong currents that often come with the season.
Accidents like this are sadly common in riverine parts of Nigeria. Many boats are often overcrowded, poorly maintained, and rarely have enough life jackets. With swollen rivers during the rainy season, the risks become even greater.
Just weeks ago, a similar tragedy struck Niger State where a boat carrying close to a hundred people capsized, with several dead and many missing. Sokoto itself has seen multiple incidents in recent years, including accidents that claimed the lives of farmers and traders.
The state government has tried to respond by purchasing new boats, life jackets, and flood relief materials, but poor enforcement of safety rules still leaves passengers vulnerable.
It was reported that former Nigerian president Goodluck Jonathan has allegedly purchased a presidential candidate form for the 2027 elections.
It can be noted that Jonathan served as Nigeria’s president from 2010 to 2015.
This information was revealed by Sani Useni, a special assistant who made the claim. Many reacted to the news, with some expressing interest in seeing Jonathan return to power after staying relatively quiet politically since his administration ended.
However, Jonathan has not yet addressed the public or officially shared any presidential ambition.
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has reacted to the recent abduction incident in Oyo State.
It can be recalled that schools were attacked by armed men, with some teachers and students reportedly taken. Some people were also killed during the attack.
CAN cried out on behalf of the public, stating “It is intolerable, disgraceful and utterly unacceptable that Nigerian children can no longer sit safely in classrooms without the fear of being kidnapped by armed gangs.”
The organisation also stated that Nigerians are tired of constantly mourning and questioning when something will finally be done to stop the violence.
The Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, has revealed that seven teachers were abducted following a recent attack on a school in the state.
It was also shared that the number of students taken is still being investigated.
The governor further revealed that some people were killed during the attack and abduction.
He also added “With the pressure on the terrorists and the bandits in the North-West, they will keep moving southward.”
“When you have pressure in one place, we must be prepared on this side to either repel or neutralise any terrorists fleeing the pressure points.”
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